Special Education Preschool Teacher

Wareham-Public-Schools; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Wareham Public Schools at Wareham Elementary School seeks a Special Education Preschool Teacher to provide specialized instruction for 3- to 5-year-olds in a substantially separate preschool setting for the 2026-27 school year.

You will design differentiated instruction, develop and implement IEPs, conduct assessments, and collaborate with families, teachers, instructional assistants, and therapists to support each student's goals and progress toward meeting IEP objectives.

Qualifications

• CORI and fingerprinting required.
• Massachusetts Teacher Licensure in MTDS or Severe Disabilities (PreK-2 or PreK-8).
• SEI Endorsement required for supporting English language learners.
• Experience with young children with diverse learning needs recommended.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to children ages 3-5 in a substantially separate preschool setting.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Conduct student assessments to determine functional capabilities and placement needs.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, aides, and therapists to support student goals.
• Draft IEPs and progress notes; maintain confidential records.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Massachusetts Teacher Licensure: MTDS or TSS with Severe Disabilities (PreK-2 or PreK-8)

Tools

SEI Endorsement

Job description

Special Education Preschool Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928986

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• -Seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction to children ages 3-5 in our substantially separate learning center preschool settings for the 2026-27 school year.
• -Design and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs while maintaining a safe, structured classroom environment
• -Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• -Conduct student assessments to determine functional capabilities and make informed placement recommendations
• -Foster strong partnerships with families, teachers, instructional assistants, and therapists
• -Participate in IEP meetings
• -Maintain accurate, confidential student records and documentation
• -Research and implement evidence-based interventions and teaching strategies, follow district curricula for Math and ELA
• -Participate in professional development opportunities and team collaboration
• -organization and structure of his/her assigned classroom
• -Works collaboratively with other teachers, instructors, coordinators, and administration to support the overall needs of the students.
• -Plans and supervises the classroom schedule and staff.
• -Coordinates the schedules of all ancillary personnel involved in the classroom.
• -Keeps open and ongoing communication with each child's interdisciplinary team members.
• -Identifies needed materials and equipment under educational plans.
• -Responsible for the education of each student consistent with the goals and objectives of the IEP.
• -Ongoing assessment of each student's functioning level.
• -Draft IEP and progress notes.
• -Completion and distribution of progress notes, detailing each student's progress towards meeting their IEP goals.
• -Other duties as assigned by the principal, administration, or the superintendent of schools.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $59,467 to $98,688 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Preschool

Welcome to Wareham Elementary School

It is the mission of the Wareham Elementary School, in collaboration with parents and community members, to provide a respectful, engaging, standard-based academic and social learning environment that is rigorous, differentiated and ensures individual student success in the attainment of the 21st Century skills needed to positively impact our global society.

Job Requirements

• -CORI and fingerprinting required
• -Massachusetts Teacher Licensure in one of the following:
• -Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-2 or PreK-8)
• -Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities (PreK-2 or All)
• -Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• -Commitment to a collaborative team approach
• -SEI Endorsement: Candidates must have a Sheltered English Immersion endorsement, vital for supporting English language learners in the classroom. Experience working with young children with diverse learning needs
• -Background in social-emotional learning and behavior management
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carol Spenard , Assistant Principal
• 63 Minot Ave.
• Wareham, Massachusetts 02571
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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